Pakistan

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Harappa, Mohenjo-daro, Taxila - ancient civilizations that left ruins for tourists to ponder upon. Pakistan's landscapes exhibit a magnificent scenery worthy of being laid sight on. It is also an adventurer's destination with its mountain peaks, having the world's second-highest mountain in its territory. Its landmarks are witness to the growing tourist industry.



Basic Information
  • Language: Urdu (official), English
  • Government: Federal Republic (Islamic Republic)
  • Currency: Pakistani rupee (PKR)
  • Capital: Islamabad
  • Religion: Muslim; Hinduism and Christianity comprising 3%
  • Best time to visit:November - March (Southern); April - October (Northern)



Contents

Getting there & Moving About

International Travel

Pakistan has numerous airfields, public and military. Its largest airport can handle millions of passengers annually.
For a list of Pakistan's international airports and the airlines that travel in them, Click here.


  • International Ocean Liner

Pakistan has 3 major ports, Gwadar Port, Port of Karachi and Port Qasim, but their main priority is cargo. There are no passenger vessels that travel to or from Pakistan that cater to the general public.

Domestic Transport
  • By Air

There are over 100 airports in Pakistan though some of these are for military purposes. Many minor airports do not serve scheduled flights. Commercial airports make flights available for travel to major cities.

  • By Water
  • By Land

Railways

Buses

Others

Tourists' Spots



Key Cities
In each key city, the places to see, accommodations and dining places will be discussed.


Other Destination

Tour Package

Pakistan Based
Before contacting travel tour agencies, it is recommended that you visit our Package tours page to know some general tips. Most agencies providing travel tour packages can be contacted online. Some are based in (Name of Country)but have toll free contact numbers. Below are a few:
Based Internationally


Below are some listing of Tour agencies based on some countries. They have been arranged by continents:

Africa


Asia

AT Reservation Network Pte Ltd- a subsidiary of Asiatravel.com Holdings Ltd offering cheap deals for flights, hotels and tours. They have various offices found in Dubai, Hongkong. Singapore, Philippines, Thailand. Click on the name to view contact details.


Australia and Oceania



Europe

Miki Travel Limited (UK-main)- Although they are based in London, they have several affiliate offices in Europe and Asia which makes connections easier. You can check their website at www.miki.co.uk or visit their office in 18/20 Cannon Street, London EC4M 6XD, England. Affiliate offices can be found in the following Asian cities of Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Sendai, Hongkong, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Bangkok, Jakarta. It also has offices in the following European cities: London, Zurich, Dublin, Rome, Madrid, Helsinki, Lisbon, Frankfurt, Brussels, Florence, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Milan, Nice, Budapest, Geneva, Munich, Vienna, Venice, Oslo, and Prague.


Explore Worldwide Limited (UK-main) - the focus is not just in giving you a holiday vacation but one that is coupled with great adventure. Their office is UK based at the following address: Nelson House, 55 Victoria Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7PA,UK. You can check their website at www.explore.co.uk or call their travel agents at # 0870 333 4801.


USA

Artisan of Leisure - located in New York City, across the street from Union Square Cafe—and just steps from the vibrant Union Square Greenmarket. Office hours is 9 a.m.- 6p.m. Mon- Fri by appointment only. Click on the name to view details.

Expedia Inc. - It by far the largest online travel agency with several interfacing famous brands, one of which is Expedia.com. You can book either flights, hotels, cars, a vacation package or a combination of any. You can visit their website at www.expedia.com or call Main Office Phone Number 425-679-7200 Customer Service phone 1-800-EXPEDIA or [1 (800) 397-3342]







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